Canada is often described as a multicultural nation. Simply stated, that means that Canadians are not of any one cultural background, race or heritage.This multicultural diversity is a result of centuries of immigration.All Canadians, including the Native People, can trace their origins to an immigrant past. This does not mean that the majority of Canadians are immigrants.Only about 16% of today's Canadian citizens were born outside Canada.however this does not mean anyone who wishes to enter Canada may do so,Immigration to Canada is a privilege, not a right. Canada remains selective about who may enter and, equally important, who may not.